Serum Protein Electrophoresis and Immunofixation – Test Update

This will take effect December 2, 2013

Overview and Clinical Utility:

Effective December 2, 2013, PathGroup will implement in-house testing for Serum Protein Electrophoresis (SPEP) and Immunofixation (IFE). Protein electrophoresis is a well-established technique routinely used for the screening of protein abnormalities. The fraction concentrations and the electrophoretic pattern may be characteristic of diseases such as monoclonal gammopathies, nephrotic syndrome, and inflammatory processes associated with infection, liver disease, and autoimmune diseases.

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